Thoughts…(it’s a long one, sorry)

I have been thinking. No. My head doesn't hurt...
I am so fortunate. Sometimes I get a little down and whinny. When I get that way I try to cheer myself up. Sometimes life is hard. Sometimes I have a right to complain a little. But, so what if my life isn't perfect. I need to remember to count my blessings. I have a beautiful life that is blessed by beautiful people. I have the most amazing family. We are far from perfect and we certainly do not pretend to be. We do, however, LOVE each other unconditionally. My Mom and Dad have always worked so very hard to provide for us (and still do). They are such a great example to us. They have spent their lives caring for us, taking us to church, taking us to school, teaching us to do the right thing (doing the right thing themselves), being there to fix it when we didn't do the right thing, forgiving us for still not doing the right thing, and loving us in spite of our mistakes. With most of that I mean me! They are not only there for us but for whoever may be in need. I am who I am today because of their constant love, support, and example. I am sure my other siblings would agree. My parents are truly beautiful people.

Not only do I have great parents…I have awesome siblings too!! In our grown up years we have really become great friends. I won't lie to you and make you think that we were these picture perfect bunch of kids that never fought and always got along. That would indeed be totally false. We definitely had our moments…and still do. We may not have always liked each other…but we have always LOVED each other. Now that I live away I miss them more that I miss anything else (no offense to all the other people back home…I miss y'all too!). It is nice to know that I have people that love me and will be here for me always. People that I share such a strong bond with. I love, love, love you guys!! My siblings are really beautiful people. Thanks to one of my sisters, I also have a great nephew! Hunter has blessed all of our lives more than he will ever know!
I know what you are thinking…."man she is lucky"! Well, you are right. I'm not even done. Not only do I have a wonderfully crazy family. I have an amazing husband. I am a very imperfect person….there I said it! I have faults…some big ones. HE LOVES ME ANYWAY!! Not only does he love me (this part is VERY important) but he GETS me! I don't know how else to explain it. He understands me and that is an amazing thing. He makes me laugh, lets me be silly in public, holds me when I cry for no reason, tells me I'm pretty even when I first wake up(we all know I'm not a morning person at all), and last but certainly not least he is totally sexy!! Will, You are a beautiful person.

It doesn't even end there! My entire life I have been surrounded by great friends and extended family that have loved and supported me. I am not writing this to boast or brag. I have my share of tuff times. This post was mostly for me. Its purpose is to remind me of all the good in my life. So that I don't waste time sulking and being negative. It is also a THANK YOU to all of you (you know who you are) that have been a blessing to me, to everyone that has been a positive in my life. Many of you have had some really hard times in your lives. It is also your strength that has influenced me. When life was hard on you, you didn't quit. Thank You. If you find yourself feeling down or overwhelmed, I encourage you to sit down and count your blessing. Think about the good in your life. Think about the good people in your life.
Love Ya!!